They are saying that sleeping in a recliner is taking the pressure off. As is leaning on a counter, which I catch myself doing that a lot first thing in the morning, And the pressure is relieved once I start to move and bend and start my regular day. This information actually came from one of my physical therapists. She made the most sense of everyone. Yes its very unpleasant sleeping. I camp a lot and its very painful sleeping. If I could only fit my recliner into my camper... LOL